2001 GMC Envoy vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 GMC Envoy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 GMC Envoy would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (618 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 2001 GMC Envoy. (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2001 GMC Envoy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 GMC Envoy weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren.
Because 2001 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 GMC Envoy. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 GMC Envoy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 GMC Envoy | 2009 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Envoy | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 618 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 97 L |
